Thermal-Chem Times #1 – Newsletter
Featured Product
#211 VaporGard
Moisture-related problems continue to plague the entire flooring industry with estimates that failures cost approximately 1 billion dollars per year. As a contractor, testing for any moisture is a must! According to an industry survey, somewhere between 80%-90% of all flooring contractors do not own or properly use moisture testing equipment. Construction, especially residential, is on a super-fast track with the housing boom. Resinous flooring contractors are being asked to install a flake garage floor in 2-3 days. Thermal-Chem’s #211 VaporGard is a great, inexpensive solution for slabs that have moisture. Our product has been recently tested by an independent leading moisture testing lab. The results showed when applied at 16 mils, our product will reduce moisture vapor transmission by over 80%! This lab also did 3 sets of pull-off tests, and each tested over 500 psi, where the concrete failed. Some additional features:
- 100% solids epoxy formulation
- Extremely easy to apply
- Extremely low viscosity to allow for deep penetration (see pull-off test results)
- VOC Compliant with ALL U.S. regulations
- Can be applied to a diamond ground substrate as long as a CSP 3 is achieved.
- A very competitive price point
AROUND THERMALCHEM
A WARM WELCOME TO EILEEN.
After more than 25 years in the Industrial Flooring industry, Eileen joins Thermal-Chem as our Key Account Manager. With long-term relationships with contractors across the country, Eileen understands the needs of our customers and the importance of getting the right materials for each project, delivered on time.
Eileen’s previous experience has focused on Customer Service/Inside Sales, Contractor Training and Accounting. At Thermal-Chem, she will also be involved in logistics to reduce transit times and freight costs for our customers.
PRO TIPS
INSTALLERS: MANAGE JOB TEMPERATURE DURING INSTALLATION!
As the entire world is experiencing intense heat, here is a small trick that may help eliminate some outgassing bubbles on your residential projects.
Cover all the windows with black plastic sheeting or even use black trash bags. When the project is complete, remove the trash bag(s) and use them for project debris.
Resinous products like epoxies and polyurea cause heat during their curing process. The extra heat from windows can cause tiny bubbles or crater blisters.